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Burmester 232
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The 232 is an integrated amplifier from Burmester, built with optional built-in DAC, streamer and moving-coil phono capability, and an exceptional damping factor. The 232 brings Burmester's most accomplished current engineering to a flexible integrated solution.
Key specs that matter
Two balanced XLR inputs are provided, with optional built-in DAC, streaming and MC phono modules available. Output power is 2 x 110W into 8 ohms, rising to 2 x 150W into 4 ohms. Frequency response spans an extraordinary 10Hz to 110,000Hz within plus-or-minus 3dB. Signal-to-noise ratio is 112dB, with total harmonic distortion plus noise at an exceptionally low 0.0048%, and a remarkable damping factor of 1,000 - an exceptional figure indicating outstanding control over connected loudspeaker driver movement. At 450 x 177 x 480mm and 29kg, the 232 represents a substantial integrated amplifier commitment.
Sound and use context
Expect exceptional power delivery combined with outstanding control reflecting the remarkable damping factor of 1,000, combined with the strong 112dB signal-to-noise and low 0.0048% distortion figures, consistent with Burmester's characteristic engineering standards.
Pairing
The optional built-in DAC, streamer and MC phono modules let a buyer configure this integrated amplifier to specific system needs without separate outboard components.
Alternatives
Burmester's own 082 offers a more straightforward integrated alternative without the modular DAC/streamer/phono options.
Key specs that matter
Two balanced XLR inputs are provided, with optional built-in DAC, streaming and MC phono modules available. Output power is 2 x 110W into 8 ohms, rising to 2 x 150W into 4 ohms. Frequency response spans an extraordinary 10Hz to 110,000Hz within plus-or-minus 3dB. Signal-to-noise ratio is 112dB, with total harmonic distortion plus noise at an exceptionally low 0.0048%, and a remarkable damping factor of 1,000 - an exceptional figure indicating outstanding control over connected loudspeaker driver movement. At 450 x 177 x 480mm and 29kg, the 232 represents a substantial integrated amplifier commitment.
Sound and use context
Expect exceptional power delivery combined with outstanding control reflecting the remarkable damping factor of 1,000, combined with the strong 112dB signal-to-noise and low 0.0048% distortion figures, consistent with Burmester's characteristic engineering standards.
Pairing
The optional built-in DAC, streamer and MC phono modules let a buyer configure this integrated amplifier to specific system needs without separate outboard components.
Alternatives
Burmester's own 082 offers a more straightforward integrated alternative without the modular DAC/streamer/phono options.
Specifications
Model name
232
Type
Integrated amplifier with optional DAC, streamer and Phono MC
Analog inputs (balanced)
2
Analog inputs (single-ended)
N/A
Input sensitivity (mV)
N/A
Input impedance (balanced) (Ω)
N/A
Input impedance (single-ended) (Ω)
N/A
Output impedance (balanced) (Ω)
N/A
Output impedance (single-ended) (Ω)
N/A
D/A conversion
N/A
Phono MM/MC current-sensing input impedance (Ω)
N/A
Output power (8Ω) (W)
2 x 110
Output power (4Ω) (W)
2 x 150
Gain (dBu)
N/A
Frequency response low +/- 3dB (Hz)
10
Frequency response high +/- 3dB (Hz)
110000
Signal to Noise Ratio (dB)
112
Total Harmonic Distortion + Noise (%)
0.0048
Damping factor
1000
Dimensions (mm)
450 x 177 x 480
Weight (kg)
29
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